A pre-search briefing checklist that works with a recruiter or without one.

A feedback approach that keeps the search moving instead of stalling it.

Red flags to watch for before they cost you weeks

Most search problems start before the first candidate is reviewed.

Bad shortlists start with bad prep. Unclear criteria, no alignment on what good looks like, feedback that comes too late to help. This checklist walks you through what to nail down before the search starts, how to stay aligned throughout, and what kills most searches before they get to an offer. Works whether you're partnering with a recruiter or running the whole thing yourself.

Leah Dorbyk

15 years recruiting across agency, corporate, government, and startups. These templates are built from real searches — the tools I wish I'd had when I was figuring this out alone. Use them on your next search tomorrow. Founder, Hael Talent [email protected] Recruiting with Clarity, Heart & Intention www.haeltalent.com

Set your next search up properly.

Download the checklist and use it before your next search kicks off. The prep work takes less than an hour and saves weeks on the back end.

$12.00